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On April 2, 1813, the Village of Ossining became the first incorporated village in Westchester County to be state-chartered. Today, Ossining is a culturally diverse, affordable place to live, rich in both history and natural beauty.

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OSSINING WEEKLY WEB BLAST 5-2-2018

Posted on: May 3, 2018 - 2:26pm

Upcoming Programs in the Village and Town of Ossining

STASH THE TRASHWhat:Calling all residents, get your families and friends together to help clean up Ossining and STASH THE TRASH on Saturday May 5th. Come to the Community Center at 95 Broadway anytime on Friday May 4th or on Saturday May 5th between 8:30am-12pm to pick up gloves, trash bags and to register your clean up location. Need an idea of an area to clean up? We can help with some suggestions. So take some time out on May 5th and STASH THE TRASH and help keep Ossining BEAUTFUL! When:May 5thWhere:Community WideInfo:Click here for event flyerContact:Bill Garrison, Superintendent Recreation & Parks, 914-432-8330

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Ossining Farmers MarketWhat: Come enjoy the warm weekend weather outside at the farmers market! Anna Maria’s Foods visits Saturday, bringing northern Italian style jams and sauces. Along with their traditional and gluten-free breads and sweets, Meredith’s Country Bakery will have heat-and-eat quiches in case you don’t feel like cooking. Nana’s Home Kitchen has empanadas and makes a terrific falafel sandwich and Pura-Vida Fisheries has the super fresh fish you need for a delicious ceviche or poke bowl. Mark your calendar – the summer season officially starts on Saturday, May 12th, with additional vendors and extended hours.When: Saturday from 8:30AM-1PMWhere: Near Market Square at the corner of Spring & Main Streets, Ossining, NYContact:dacotah@downtoearthmarkets.com

Come Clean Your River at the Annual Riverkeeper Sweep!What: Join Green Ossining, the Village of Ossining and Riverkeeper for a storm drain stenciling project on Saturday, May 5, 2018 for the 7th Annual Riverkeeper Sweep, a day of service for the Hudson River and its tributaries. We ask all Sweep volunteers to wear sturdy shoes or boots, clothing that they can get dirty, and bring a hat, work gloves, a reusable water bottle, and snacks. If possible, a pair of waterproof gloves is a plus! This site is suitable for elementary-aged children with proper adult supervision. NOTE: Due to size limitations, this project is restricted to Ossining residents.When: Saturday, May 5th 10:30am - 12:30pmWhere: Meet at the Eastern Parking Lot at Ossining Metro North Station Ossining, NY 10562Info: Register on eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ossining-community-storm-drain-stenciling-in-the-lower-village-registration-44608303637) or visit www.riverkeeper.org/sweep. Click here for event flyerContact: Contact Jen Benson [jbenson@riverkeeper.org] or Suzie Ross [suzie.e.ross@gmail.com] for more information.

PULSE Mindfulness Manifestation Empowerment WorkshopWhat: PULSE=Perception Uniting Life Spiritual Energy PULSE is a dynamic, easy to learn, extremely effective technique that empowers you intentionally to create more of what you want in your life while at the same time helps you release what is blocking you. PULSE can be used to create a life partner, financial abundance, better health or whatever you desire. You will learn through Mndfulness to experience yourself in the moment using the PULSEing method. The Re-Creation lens helps you become the amazing person you were born to be.When: May 5 @ 9:30 am - 4:30 pmWhere: The Mariandale Center, 299 N. Highland, Ossining, NY 10562Contact: The Mariandale Center, 914 941 4455 or www.mariandale.org

2018 Car ShowWhat: To benefit the Christopher Columbus Lodge #692 and the Ossining P.B.A. Join us for our classic car show featuring cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Food, soda and coffee will be available, as well as free popcorn provided by Al’s Moving and Storage. Music will be provided by DJ Johnny G. Registration and sponsor forms are in the link below or upon request. When: Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 10AM - 4PM (Rain Date is May 20, 2018)Where: Ossining Metro North Train StationInfo: link: https://www.facebook.com/events/354060391770733/?ti=iclContact: Marco Piscopiello 914-804-4943 Email: mpisco692@gmail.com

Sparta Walking TourWhat: The next walking tour of the historic Sparta neighborhood at the south end of Ossining will be held on this Sunday, May 6. The tour will begin at the Jug Tavern at 1 p.m. with a showing of the video “The Battle for Sparta.” Participants will then walk about six blocks through the neighborhood learning about the historic homes in the landmarked district; the tour will end at around 3 p.m. Dr. Alan Stahl, a neighborhood resident and chair of the Village of Ossining Historic Preservation Commission, who teaches in the History Department of Princeton University, will lead the tour.When: Sunday, May 6, 1 pmWhere: Jug Tavern, Rockledge Avenue and Revolutionary Road (behind the CVS)Contact: Alan Stahl, alan@jugtavern.org

Dr Roger Panetta will speak at Jug Tavern of Sparta Annual MeetingWhat: “Lyndhurst, Nature, and the Rise of the Therapeutic Landscape.” Faith in the recuperative powers of nature as expressed in the suburban landscape was shared by New York City residents who migrated to Westchester between 1800 and 1914, many of them becoming suburbanites and neighbors of Lyndhurst. In this pattern we see the use of nature as an instrument of reform and renewal, which is also reflected in the life of Lyndhurst. Admission is free, but seating limited. RSVP by email to events@jugtavern.org or call 914-941-1699.When: Monday, May 7, 2018, at 7:30pmWhere: The Jug Tavern, Corner of Rockledge Ave. and Revolutionary Rd.Info:Click here for event flyerContact: The Jug Tavern of Sparta, events@jugtavern.org, 914-941-1699

Hands-On Cooking Class WorkshopsWhat: The hands-on cooking class workshops offered at Good Choice Kitchen are fun, informative, empowering. The topics and recipes covered are the foundation for learning and improving knife skills and cooking techniques, while gaining familiarity for handling and procuring a wide variety of ingredients. Expanding on the topics, students learn nutritive facts, and ways to eat optimally that meet their specific dietary goals. Classes encourage and build confidence that enable participants to expand their meal planning ideas, and create their own repertoire of dishes in their home kitchens. A new topic each week. $60 per person per class; 4 class series for $225. Advance Registration with payment required via online, phone, or at the Good Choice Kitchen Café.When: May 9 (Superfoods); May 16 (Sauces, Dressings, Condiments); May 23 (Eating Seasonal - Spring); 6pm-8pmWhere: Good Choice Kitchen, 147 Main St. OssiningInfo: For more information about topics covered at each class, and to register: http://goodchoicekitchen.com/category/events/Contact: Laurie Gershgorn, 914-930-1591, info@goodchoicekitchen.com

High School Musical JrWhat: Mike Risko Music Presents High School Musical Jr! The story of a high school coming together both on the court and on the stage. This delightful show about music, sports and friendship is great for audiences of all ages and it features local kids from Ossining and surrounding areas that attend Mike Risko Music. It is even perfect for a younger, first time theatergoer since it is one hour with no intermission. When: Friday 5/11 7pm at the Ossining Library Thurs 5/17 and Sunday 5/20 7pm at Risko Music Friday 5/18 7pm at the Clearview School Auditorium in Briarcliff Info: Tickets are free but reservations are required. Email performances@riskomusic.com and specify which show and how many in your party. You will receive a confirmation email with directions to the venue. Click here for event flyerContact: Mike Risko Music www.mikeriskomusicschool.com 144 Croton Avenue Ossining NY 10562

Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) Hosts Cabaret & Comedy Night-Lin Snider and Sally Sherwood Perform “A Spring Sing ThingWhat: On Saturday, May 12, from 7 to 10 pm, Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) will host its seasonal fundraiser, “A Spring Sing Thing,” a cabaret act featuring vocalists and comedians Lin Snider and Sally Sherwood accompanied by Blake Rowe on keyboard. The performance, a blend of popular musical standards combined with zany comedy, has toured the area for over 20 years in various guises and updates, drawing audiences throughout New York City and Westchester. Tickets for the evening, which includes a buffet of tasty edibles and a cash bar, are $40.Where: Westchester Collaborative Theater 23 Water Street, Ossining, NY 10562When: Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 7:00-10:00pm Info: www.wctheater.orgClick here for event flyerContact: Westchester Collaborative Theater wctcompany@gmail.com

​The Green Ossining Repair CafeWhat: Got beloved but broken items that need repair? We're here to help! The Repair Cafe provides an opportunity for community-sourced repair of broken items, reducing contributions to the waste stream and building a sense of community through skill sharing. Coaches are expected to be on-hand to provide free assistance with repairing/advising on: Fabric Repair: seams, cuffs, hems, patches, buttons, pockets, etc Wood Repair Electrical Appliances Toys Tech Support for Computers & Mobile Devices Plants: Advice & How-Tos Ceramic Repair Bikes (including tires) Kids Table: learning circuitry & how stuff works Costume Jewelry Gasoline power tools cannot be used or repaired at the Cafe. Melrose Lumber has offered to provide lamp parts at cost that will be available at the Repair Café. If needed and upon advisement of Repair Cafe coaches, all other parts needed will need to be purchased by the owner. To learn more about the Repair Café: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=gVjU1ydAUlQWhen: ​Saturday, May 19th from 11a-3​paWhere: ​Caputo Recreation Center/lower levelWhere: Click here for attached flyer (Spanich/English)

LIVE @ THE STEAMER PRESENTS: THE RICARDO GAUTREAU DUO FEATURING DOUG MUNRO, Lead Guitar: Latin Rock, Latin Jazz & Beyond.What: The Ossining Arts Council (OAC) is pleased to present THE RICARDO GAUTREAU DUO: Featuring Doug Munro in concert on Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 8 to 10PM. Tickets are $15 for the general public and $10 for OAC Members. are available at www.ossiningartscouncil.org and at the door. Ricardo’s songs have won commendations from Billboard magazine and have been published in Broadside magazine. His new EP “Life Dance”, was released recently and has received world-wide acceptance. BEST OF WESTCHESTER MAGAZINE said “…They exemplify Global Fusion, for they are creating music that incorporates different traditions and styles to forge a sound that is beyond categories”. Since 1987 Doug Munro has released eleven albums as a leader and has performed in over 60 recordings as a sideman, producer, and arranger working with a diverse array of artists including Dr. John, Michael Brecker, and Dr. Lonnie Smith. In the recording field Doug has received two Grammy nominations and two NAIRD awards.When: ​Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 8 to 10PMWhere: ​OAC STEAMER FIREHOUSE GALLERY, 117 Main Street, Ossining. Info: Visit www.ossiningartscouncil.org for TICKETS

OSSINING ARTS COUNCIL - CALL TO ARTISTSWhat: The Ossining Arts Council is proud to sponsor the 2018 OAC Members’ Show on display from June 2nd through June 25th, 2018 at the Ossining Public Library’s Main Exhibition Hall. This annual event has become one of the biggest and best attended shows of its kind, attracting artists from 34 communities throughout the Hudson Valley. This exhibit is open to all professional, amateur or studentvisual artists. Our mission is to give participating artists the greatest public exposure possible. In addition to the June exhibit, each artist will receive a one year OAC membership which comes with a searchable online gallery, space for artworks and biographies available 24/7 along with links and social network integration. A perfect venue for those who want to be seen. Your membership also gains access to our home at the OAC Steamer Firehouse Gallery. With 1500 Square feet of light-filled space, the Firehouse is a promising hub for the arts in downtown Ossining.When: ​Saturday, June 2nd through Thursday, June 25th, 2018 - OPENING RECEPTION is on Tuesday, June 12th from 6:30-8:30 pmWhere: Ossining Public Library 53 Croton AvenueContact: 914.941.2416 Ossining, NY 10562. Visit www.ossiningartscouncil.org for more info

Ossining Food Pantry Asking for Your SupportWhat: Please consider making an on-line donation to help Ossining Food Pantry feed our neighbors in need. A one-time or reoccurring monthly donation will be greatly appreciated. We are 100% volunteer organization. Virtually all of your donation will go toward the cost of food for the needy.Info: Follow this link to our web site: www.OssiningFoodPantry.orgContact: Ossining Food Pantry, P.O. Box 869, Ossining, NY 10562 or call 914-762-5510 and leave a voicemail message and a volunteer will return your call.

Ossining’s Museum in the Streets (MITS)What: MITS is a free, self-guided walking tour and consists of 25 numbered panels with images and explanatory text about the architecturally and historically significant buildings within the Downtown Ossining Historic District. When: On a 24/7 basisWhere: The tour starting point is located on the north side of the Ossining Open Door Medical Center at 247 Main St. in Downtown Ossining. However visitors one can also begin at any of the numbered panels and take as few or as many panels as desired.Info: Click here for more informationContact:miguel.hdz@verizon.net for further information

Want to Get a High School Equivalency Diploma?What: Let us help you plan, study, and get the diploma so you can get a better job, go to college, and help your family. Take the first step toward your goal. Attend an orientation to find out about ways you can get a diploma, classes and tools that can help you, and assessing your skills and outlining a study plan. We can even connect you with a tutor who will provide personalized support. When: 1st Thursday of the Month; 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWhere: Ossining Public Library, 53 Croton Ave, OssiningInfo: Click here to see event flyerContact:TASC@wlsmail.org (914) 231-3264

Briarcliff Library's Teen Advisory Board (TAB) What: This group of high school students makes fun events happen for their peers at the public library and take part in everything from brainstorming, to planning, to advertising, to setting up and finally to enjoying the great event! Also help us serve you and your peers better by recommending what you think we should have at the library. We are always open to any new projects that you think TAB and the library should take on so that the library is a welcoming place for high school students. Meetings are held at the library on the first Sunday of the month from 4 - 5 PM. Shorter meetings are held on Thursdays after school in the cafeteria at Briarcliff High School. You do not need to attend all meetings to be a member. Come to what you can and let your voice be heard!When: First Sunday of Every Month 4:00 - 5:00 PM, some short meetings on Thurs at 2:20 PMWhere: Briarcliff Manor Public Library, Thursday meetings at Briarcliff Manor High SchoolContact: Amy Kaplan, abgkaplan@gmail.com

Therapeutic Foster Parents NEEDEDWhat: Family Services of Westchester is looking for individuals who are interested in learning about becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care Parent! We are looking for loving people willing to open their homes and hearts to a child in need of a stable, safe home environment. Info: Click here for flyerContact: Please contact Karen Fink, program supervisor at (914) 305-6842

Volunteers Needed - English-Spanish Translators What: The Ossining School District needs volunteers! Volunteering offers an opportunity to serve the community and can be a rich, rewarding experience. The district is seeking bilingual English-Spanish volunteers to serve as translators at district and school events. These events include but are not limited to, parent-teacher conferences, parent engagement nights and college fairs. We are dedicated to ensuring all members of our diverse community have equal access to Info and can fully participate in the educational life of their children. An Infoal flier is attached. Please kindly share this Info with members of your agency and/or community. Individuals with some time to serve as a translator and who are interested in making a difference may fill out an online form to be added to the district’s translator database. We welcome and greatly appreciate your help! When: Ongoing Where: Ossining Union Free School District Contact: Ms. Ferzeen Shamsi at (914) 762-5830, ext. 4309

Free Online Full-length Diagnostic ACT or SAT What: In-Home Tutoring Services is offering a free online diagnostic ACT or SAT to all Ossining and Croton high school students. Upon completion of the diagnostic test students will be given a comprehensive score assessment, pinpointing areas of strength and weakness. Following the test, for 30 days students will have access to video tutorials for all diagnostic test questions. When: Personalized schedule, based on student's requestWhere: Ossining - student's home or libraryContact: Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services, 914-236-4650 or jmori@clubztutoring.com

Trivia Night with "Let's Go Trivia!" What: Grab your friends, co-workers or family and come down to 6 Degrees of Separation Restaurant & Brewery to test your general knowledge. It's FREE to play! Join us for a night of fun, friendly competition, awesome craft beer and amazing food. "Let's Go Trivia" consists of 5 rounds with 10 questions per round. One point is given for every correct answer and the team with the most overall points after 5 rounds is that night's winner. If there's a tie after any round, a game of Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots will determine the winner. Prizes are awarded to each round's winner and to the team with the most overall points. Trivia Night is presented by Bar-A-Cudas.When: Every Wednesday at 7:00pm to 9:00pmWhere: 6 Degrees of Separation Restaurant & Brewery 35 Main Street, Ossining, NY 10562Contact:http://www.6degreesbp.com/

LIVE Music at 6 Degrees BreweryWhat: Come down and enjoy music from some of the best local talent with live music performances on Tuesdays & Thursdays. FREE Admission.When: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7:00pm to 10:00pmWhere: 6 Degrees of Separation Restaurant & Brewery 35 Main Street Ossining, NY 10562 Contact:http://www.6degreesbp.com/

Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) is launching a full and diverse slate of eight-session acting classesWhat: Scene and Monologue Study with Bob Rogerson, an in-depth study of the craft of acting designed for the intermediate and advanced actor. Tuition is $340/ $295 for WCT members. Acting for Camera with Matt Lagle, designed to familiarize students with on-camera work and, if desired, prepare audition reels. Tuition is $340/ $295 for WCT members. Improvisation for Theater and for Fun with Jim Brownold, to help experienced actors, new actors and non-actors trust their instinctive creativity through a fun and inventive avenue of expression. Tuition is $195/ $160 for WCT members.Where: Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) 23 Water Street, Ossining, NY 10562Info:Click here for event flyerContact: Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) Website: www.wctheater.org/classes E-mail: wctclasses@gmail.com Phone: (914) 236-4297

Ossining Second Saturday JazzWhat: Every Second Saturday and 4th Saturday through the month of June at the Elks Lodge in Ossining, local jazz musicians will be performing. All door proceeds go to the band. Cash bar and food provided by the Lodge. A separate $10 buffet starts at 6pm.When: Every Second Saturday and 4th Saturday through the month of June 2018Where: Ossining Elks Lodge, 118 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY 10562Info:Click here for event flyersContact: John Codman III, john@johncodman.com, 917-488-7187

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NEIGHBORS LINK: Ossining SiteWhat: Neighbors Link is recruiting volunteers for its Ossining Site. Programs include ESL tutoring and a Parent Child Together class. We are planning on this programming beginning the week of March 12th! We offer great training to our volunteers as well.When: MONDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoring 1-3: Parent Child Together Class FRIDAYS: 10-12: ESL tutoringContact: Amy Werner, Volunteer Manager at awerner@neighborslink.org if you are interested in becoming a part of our volunteer team. https://www.facebook.com/NeighborsLink/https://www.neighborslink.org/

Free Online Full-length Diagnostic ACT or SATWhat: Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services​ is offering a free online diagnostic ACT or SAT to all Ossining and Croton high school students. Upon completion of the diagnostic test students will be given a comprehensive score assessment, pinpointing areas of strength and weakness. Following the test, for 30 days students will have access to video tutorials for all diagnostic test questions. When: Personalized schedule, based on student's requestWhere: ​ OnlineContact: Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services, 914-236-4650 or jmori@clubztutoring.com

Youth Music Program for Kids 4-17What: The Youth Music Program provides small group lessons for kids (ages 4-17) in singing, rudimental and hand drumming and guitar, and instruction in how to practice, how to audition and in etiquette for performance – plus snacks and supervised play. The Youth Music Program is for the benefit of children from the community at large, regardless of their religious backgrounds. It does not include religious content.When: Mondays and Fridays, April 9 to June 8, Monday & Friday, 3-5 PMWhere: Parish Hall, St. Paul’s on the Hill, 40 Ganung Drive, Ossining, NY 10562 Info: http://stpaulsonthehill.org/music/youth-music/ (You may also download a registration form from this web page). COST: $50 per family Click here for event flyerContact: St. Paul’s on the Hill Church Office 914.941.6627, stpaulsganung@gmail.com

Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) Acting Classes Spring Semester: Scene and Monologue Study, Acting For Camera II: Web Series and Improvisation begin soon! What: Scene and Monologue Study, a deeper study of the craft of acting designed for intermediate and advanced actors. Mondays 4/30/18 - 6/25/18 Acting for Camera II: Web Series is an advanced acting for the camera class centered around the creation of an original web series, featuring scripts written for participants by WCT playwrights. Tuesdays 5/1/18 - 6/19/18 Improvisation for Theater and for Fun is designed to help experienced actors, new actors and non-actors trust their instinctive creativity through a fun and inventive avenue of expression. Wednesdays 5/16/18-6/20/18 Where: Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) 23 Water Street, Ossining, NY 10562 When: Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, April 30 through June 25, depending on the class. Info:Click here for event flyerwww.wctheater.org/classesContact: Westchester Collaborative Theater wctheater@gmail.com 914.236.4297

Mike Risko Music now accepting Summer Registration What: Mike Risko Music, just named a Top 100 Music School/Store in the world by NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) is now accepting registration for summer session music lessons and all summer programs including Rock Band Camp, Musical Theater Camp and a summer production of the musical Mulan Jr.When: Call or email today to schedule a free trial and/or find out about our programsWhere: All programs are offered at Mike Risko Music right here in Ossining.Info: Design your own schedule and take music lessons on any instrument or voice in our state of the art studios. Join us for a week long Camp which focus on Rock Band or Musical Theater. If your child wants to star in a musical this summer, ask us about Mulan Jr which rehearses in the evenings. All ages, levels and instruments are welcome! We even have programs for adults.Contact: Mike Risko Music Mail@riskomusic.comwww.mikeriskomusicschool.com 144 Croton Avenue Ossining NY 10562 914-762-8757

Sign Up for NIXLE Alerts: The Village of Ossining has launched a program to help notify the public of emergencies, road closures, hazardous conditions, and other incidents concerning the public within the Village of Ossining. This program, called Nixle, is a free program and allows members of the public to receive these messages in email, text message, and on an internet web site. Village of Ossining residents are urged to subscribe to receive emergency messages only by texting 10562 to 888777 on their cell phone, or to receive a full complement of messages, including community updates residents can visit www.Nixle.com and click the sign up now! button.

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Contemplative Prayer ThursdayWhat: Each Thursday, from 11:30 am until noon, we gather as spiritual companions seeking God’s guidance. Come join us in prayer for peace, for yourself, for others, and for the world. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the main chapel at the Mariandale Center.When: Every Thursday, 11:30 am to 12:00 pmWhere: Mariandale Center, 299 North Highland Avenue, Ossining, NYContact: Mariandale Center, 914-941-4455, www.mariandale.org, mariandale@ophope.org

Dances of Universal PeaceWhat: The Dances of Universal Peace (DUP) set scriptures and sacred phrases from the world’s spiritual traditions to music and movement. The Dances evoke a unified experience of movement, sound, breath, and sacred phrase. No musical or dance experience of any kind is required and everyone is encouraged to join in.When: June 5, July 3, & Aug. 7, 2018 from 7 to 8:30 pmWhere: The Mariandale Center, 299 North Highland, Bldg. 5, Ossining, NY 10562Contact: The Mariandale Center, 914 941 4455 or www.mariandale.org

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Ossining Prison Ministry, Inc.What: Volunteers for a hospitality program at the Sing Sing Correctional facility that is heldWhen: Saturdays, Sundays, and most major holidays; from 8am to 11 am or 12pm to 2:30pm.Where: Sing Sing Correctional Facility 354 Hunter Street, Ossining NY 10562Info: Our organization provides hospitality to the visitors who come to visit their loved ones. We also provide toys, puzzles, and games to the people in the facility to help normalize the visiting time.Contact: Dorothée Caulfield, Director, Ossining Prison Ministry, Inc. deaconfee@gmail.com

Meet characters of five old testament stories at BCC Vacation Bible SchoolWhat: Interactive morning Bible camp Ages 5-10 yrsWhen: August 20th- 24th. 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Where: Briarcliff Congregational Church- Parish Hall, 30 So. State Rd., Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 (corner of Pleasantville/So State and Elm Rds)Info: This program will take your children on a different adventure each day where they will hear stories and meet characters from five Old Testament stories. This program will be fun and interactive. There will be singing, arts and crafts, cartoons, and games. It will be run by Rev. Todd Farnsworth and the staff and volunteers of BCC. While this program is for 5-10 yr olds, older children may attend as 'no fee' volunteer counselors. This program is open to the community so bring a friend! Both breakfast and a snack will be served each day. Cost is $20 per child with a max of $40 per family. Scholarships available.Contact: For more information, please visit our website: https://briarcliffchurch.org/children-youth/vbs/ www.briarcliffchurch.org or call 914-941-4368

Kids Photo Contest! Cash prizes! What: Themed photo contest ages K-12. Open to the public.When: Begins May 1st to May 31stWhere: Briarcliff Congregational Church- Parish Hall, 30 So. State Rd., Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510 (corner of Pleasantville/So State and Elm Rds)Info: The Briarcliff Congregational Church is excited to give Children, Tweens and Teens in our community an opportunity to express themselves through photography. There will be 3 grade groups: K-2nd, 3rd-6th, 7th-12th grades, and 3 themes for the photos: Acts of Kindness, Seeing God in Nature, and Love. (These can portray any faith.) Contestants may submit one photo for each theme. Photos must be submitted via email to: BCCphotos1@gmail.com no later than May 31st. Each email must contain only one photo in .jpg format and have the following information: Child's name, grade, phone number, parent's name and the theme of the photo. Judging will be done by a panel from the Briarcliff Congregational Church and announced on June 12th, 2018. A notice will be posted on our website and submitted to the Ossining Web Blast. All photo entries will be exhibited on Sunday, June 17th, 2018 at Briarcliff Congregational Church Fellowship Hall between Noon and 4 p.m. A $100 cash prize will be awarded to the winner of EACH grade group. The Fine Print: by entering the contest the applicant and parent agree to allow the photo to be displayed at the exhibit on June 17, 2018 as well as on our website and in print. Contact: For more information, please visit our website: https://briarcliffchurch.org/sunday-school/kids-photo-contest/www.briarcliffchurch.org or call 914-941-4368